As temperatures rise, don’t forget that asphalt gets much hotter than the air around us. On a 95° day, pavement can reach 143°, and that’s hot enough to burn your dog’s paws in less than a minute.

Before heading out for a walk, try the 7-second hand test. Place the back of your hand on the pavement. If you can’t comfortably keep it there for 7 seconds, it’s too hot for your pet’s paws.

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